22 Forest St, Montclair Twp., NJ 07042

• 5 beds |
• 3 baths

Property Description

A rare opportunity in the heart of Montclair, this Victorian home offers exceptional flexibility; a gracious single-family residence, multigenerational living, or a legal two-family income opportunity. Rich in character and architectural detail, the home features high ceilings, hardwood floors, deep moldings, pocket doors, abundant natural light, and updated kitchens and baths. The first floor offers an inviting foyer, spacious living room, dining room, fabulous eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops and a separate butler's pantry, and a full bath. This level also provides access to the finished basement featuring a recreation room, powder room, laundry, and storage. The second floor includes a family room, updated eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, a home office, and another full bath. Outside, enjoy an expansive fenced yard, an inviting patio ideal for entertaining, and a detached two-car garage plus ample parking. Ideally located just steps from vibrant Walnut Street with acclaimed restaurants, shops, cafes, the farmers market, NYC bus service, and Midtown Direct trains to New York Penn Station. This fabulous home offers exceptional space, versatility, and walkability in one of Montclair's most desirable locations.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

September 21, 2026

Data Last Updated:

September 23, 2026 at 3:42AM

Listing Office:

KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP : 973-783-7400

MLS ID:

4053783

Interior

• General: High Ceilings
• Kitchen: Center IslandEat-In Kitchen
• Appliances: Carbon Monoxide DetectorDishwasherDryerKitchen Exhaust FanRange/Oven-GasRefrigeratorSump PumpWasher
• Dining: Formal Dining Room
• Basement: FinishedFull
• Flooring: Wood
• A/C: Window A/C(s)
• Heating: 2 UnitsRadiators - SteamGas-Natural
• Fireplace: Dining RoomFireplaces: 1
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Vinyl SidingPatioFencVnyl
• Style: Victorian
• Parking: Parking spaces: 3

Construction

• Roofing: Asphalt Shingle

Location

• County: Essex

Lot

• Driveway: Driveway-Exclusive
• Zoning: 1613-03201-0000-00030-0000-

Utilities

• Utilities: ElectricGas-Natural
• Water: Public Water
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Exclusions: Light fixtures; entrywaydining roomsecond floor family room